MRC Polymers Inc., 3307 S. Lawndale Ave, Chicago, IL - 60623. Ph: 773-890-9000
MSDS#:700B
MRC Polymers Inc. Material Safety Data Sheet
1. Emergency Contact Phone Number
(773) 619-5652
2. Product Identification
Product Name: Naxaloy™ PC/ABS reinforced blends
Product Series: 770GF10, 770GF16, 770GF15, 770GF20, 770MF8
Ingredients
CAS Number
Typical Levels,
%
Bisphenol-A Polycarbonate (PC)
(25971-63-5/111211-39-3)
80-60
Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS)
(9003-59-9)
40-20
Fiberglass/minerals
(065997-17-3)
<30
Non-regulated color/lubricants/stabilizers
<5
The blend in specifically designated colors may contain commercially available dyes and
pigments, generally at levels less than 1 percent, but sometimes at levels greater than 1
percent, including titanium dioxide, carbon black, iron, ultra marine blue, and other
insoluble metal salts at less than 5 percent.
This document is prepared pursuant to OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR
1910.1200). In addition, other substances not hazardous to this OSHA standard may be
listed. Where proprietary ingredient shows, the identity of this substance may be made
available as provided in 29 CFR 1910.1200 ( I ).
3. Physical Data
Boiling point:
Melting point:
Vapor pressure:
Specific gravity (H20=1):
Percent volatile:
Appearance:
Odor:
Water solubility:
pH:
Chemical Stabillity:
Not applicable.
Soften gradually over wide range of temperature.
Negligible.
>1.
Negligible.
Natural or tinted or opaque solid pellets.
Slight.
Insoluble.
Not applicable.
Thermally stable at typical use temperatures.
4. Fire and Explosion Data
Extinguishing Media: Water fog (best), carbon dioxide, dry chemical.
Fire Hazards: Dense black smoke and intense heat emits when burned without sufficient
oxygen. Toxic fumes are released in fire situations.
Flammable Properties
Flash point: Not applicable.
Auto ignition: Not applicable
Flammability Limits
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LFL: Not applicable
UFL: Not applicable
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: The product can form an explosive dust/air mixture.
Avoid dust formation and control ignition sources; employ grounding, venting and explosion
relief provisions in accord with accepted engineering practices in operations capable of
generating dust and/or static electricity.
Fire-Fighting Procedures: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus with a full-face piece
operated in the positive pressure demand mode and full body protection when fighting fires.
Water may be used to keep fire-exposed containers cool until fire is out.
5. Reactivity Data
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Stability: Above 600F. Exposure to elevated temperatures can cause product to
decompose.
Incompatibility: None known
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon dioxide/ monoxide, phenolic compounds,
styrene, hydrocarbons, acrylates at elevated temperatures.
6. Environmental and Disposal Information
Spills and leaks: To prevent falls sweep up spills and place in waste container. Incinerate
or dispose of in accordance with all applicable local, state and federal regulations.
Disposal Method: Any disposal practice must be in accordance with local, state, and
federal regulations. For unused or uncontaminated material, the preferred disposal options
are to send to a licensed recycler, reclaimer, or incinerator. The same disposal options are
recommended for used, or contaminated material, but
additional
evaluation
is
required.
7. Health Hazard Data
Exposure: This product as shipped (pelletized) should not present a health hazard during
normal handling and processing as the glass and/or minerals and/or colorants and/or flame
retardants and/or other additives are wetted by the polymer. Fabrications and processing
operations should be reviewed to avoid generation of dusts and/or fiber particles, which
may be considered hazardous.
Eyes: Solid or dust may cause irritation or cornea injury due to mechanical action.
Skin Contact: Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause skin irritation.
itching of skin. Skin absorption is unlikely due to physical properties.
May cause
Inhalation: Vapors are unlikely because of physical properties. Glass fibers in this product
are non-resporable due to their size.
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Ingestion: May cause choking if swallowed. Single dose oral toxicity is believed to be very
low. Considered to be physiologically inert.
Systemic and Other Effects: Repeated exposure to particles generated by grinding
fiberglass-reinforced materials may result in implantation of particles in the skin. Other
additives are not anticipated to cause any significant adverse effects. Pigments and dyes
are fully encapsulated in the resin and are not expected to cause any hazardous condition
when processed according to manufacturing procedures. Results of in vitro mutagenicity
studies have been inconclusive Styrene monomer is listed as possible carcinogen by IARC.
Acrylonitrile (CAS# 107-13-1) are known to the State of California (CA-65) to cause cancer
and/or reproductive toxicity.
8. First Aid
Eyes:
Remove contact lenses at once. Flush with water, lifting upper and lower lids
occasionally. Seek medical attention.
Skin:
Contact with molten resin can cause severe thermal burns. Cool rapidly with
water and immediately seek medical attention. Do not attempt removal of plastic
without medical assistance. Do not use solvent for removal.
Ingestion: No adverse effects anticipated by this route of exposure incidental to proper
industrial handling. If a large amount is swallowed, seek medical attention.
Inhaled: No adverse effects anticipated by this route of exposure.
9. Handling Precautions
Skin: Wear clean, long-sleeved, body-covering clothing. Under dry conditions, cloth gloves
should provide adequate protection from molten plastic. If molten polymer gets in contact
with the skin, cool rapidly with water and do not attempt to remove plastic without medical
assistance. Seek immediate medical attention.
Respiratory: If handling at elevated temperatures and overexposure has been determined,
an air-respirator is advised in the absence of proper environmental control.
Ventilation: Provide sufficient mechanical ventilation to maintain exposure level below the
level of over exposure. Seek immediate medical attention of any symptom like coughing,
difficulties in breathing or any other problem develops.
Eyes: Wear safety glasses in compliance with OSHA regulations.
10. Handling and Storage
Practice reasonable care and cleanliness. Ventilation should be provided at processing
machinery to control fumes. There should be proper dust collection systems in place to
avoid any dust accumulation. Store in a dry place away from moisture, excessive heat and
source of ignition.
11. Regulatory Information (Not to be all inclusive)
The information in this document is provided with good intentions and believed to be
accurate, but no warranty is expressed or implied. Recipients are advised to confirm in
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advance of the need that the information is current, applicable, and suitable to their
circumstances. Recipients are responsible for ensuring that its activities are in accordance
with local, state and federal regulations.
• SARA HAZARD CATEGORY: Not to have met any hazard category
• TOXIC SUBSTANCES CONTROL ACT (TSCA) and Canadian Domestic Substance List
(DSL): All ingredients are on the TSCA/DSL inventory or not required to be listed on the
TSCA/DSL inventory.
• THE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (OSHA): This
product is not a “hazardous Chemical” as defined by the OSHA hazard communication
standard,
• THE CANADIAN WORKPLACE HAZARDOUD Materials information system (WHMIS)
classification: Not a “Controlled Product” under WHMIS.
• CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 (CA-65): MRC does not add intentially any chemical known
to State of California under the California Proposition 65 list. This product will not necessarily
cause cancer or reproductive harm if usedas designed.
12. Disposal Considerations
Disposal method mush be in compliance with all Federal, State and Local laws. Do not
dump into any sewers, on the ground or into any body of water. For unused product contact
a waste management companies or a licensed recycler.
13. Transport Information
US Department of Transportation (D.O.T) and Canadian TDG, does not regulate this
product when shipped domestically by land.
14. Rating per NFPA label
1. Fire Hazard (Red)
2. Reactivity (Yellow)
3. Health (Blue)
4. Specific Hazard (White)
=0
=0
=0
= N/A
Abbreviations:
OSHA:
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
CAS #:
Chemical Abstracts Service number.
CA-65:
California Proposition 65 (Safe Drinking Water & Toxic Enforcement Act)
RCRA:
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act.
NFPA:
National Fire protection Association.
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